Karen's Wigs

Chemo and Wigs

2010-08-02T11:09:00.000-07:00

In sixteen years of business, we have sold only one human hair wig to a customer undergoing chemotherapy. All others have purchased synthetic wigs with a monofilament top. The advantages of a synthetic wig over a human hair wig for chemo patients is simple: they are much easier to maintain. A synthetic wig can be washed with a mild shampoo in cold water and then rinsed thoroughly, again with cold water. Put the wig on a collapsible wig stand or shower head to dry and let it sit for a few hours until dry. Put it on and simply brush it into place. The monofilament top is a separate lining sewn into the wig cap and creates a comfortable barrier between the cap and the wearer's scalp. Synthetic wigs are also much less expensive.

Miss Delaware, Kayla Martell

2010-06-28T12:08:00.000-07:00

On the Early Show with her 5 year old friend, both of whom have alopecia.

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Cancer Patient Education: Bone Complications

2010-06-28T11:52:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, August 7, 2010 from 9:00 a.m to 12:30 p.m., The Bone and Cancer Foundation and CancerCare have organized a meeting to share updated information on a variety of topics.

For more information please visit our friends at: www.cancercare.org